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Does UFC 146's Success Signal a New Era for MMA's Heavyweights?

by Ben Fowlkes from MMA Fighting on May 27, 2012 1:29 PM EDT

UFC 146 proved that the UFC finally has a heavyweight division it can depend on. How far that can go is still to be determined.

The Fighter We'd Most Like To Have Our Back In A Bar Fight

by KatGirl from Gals Guide To MMA on May 22, 2012 11:01 AM EDT

If push came to shove came to punches thrown in a bar, which fighter would you like to have on your side? Check out what we thought and vote for your choice, too!

Strikeforce Results: Daniel Cormier Is MMA's Newest Hot Prospect

by T.P. Grant from Bloody Elbow on May 20, 2012 4:00 PM EDT

With his resounding victory over Josh Barnett in Strikeforce, Daniel Cormier has established himself as MMA's newest hot prospect to watch.

Strikeforce in Tweets: Pros React to Cormier vs. Barnett, Score Melendez vs. Thomson

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on May 20, 2012 1:44 AM EDT

Professional fighters react to the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix final, Daniel Cormier vs. Josh Barnett, and score Saturday's lightweight championship rubber match, Gilbert Melendez vs. Josh Thomson.

History in the Making: Daniel Cormier stakes claim to a top 10 ranking by dominating Antonio Silva

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on May 19, 2012 12:00 AM EDT

Antonio Silva had just run through Fedor Emelianenko while Daniel Cormier had fought professionally for less than two years. So when the Olympic wrestler trounced the Brazilian, it was quite a shock.

Strikeforce 'Barnett vs Cormier' fight card: Josh Barnett vs Daniel Cormier preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on May 18, 2012 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at tomorrow night's Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix final between Josh Barnett and Daniel Cormier. What's the best path to victory for both big men? Find out inside.

Bloody Elbow Roundtable: What's Next For The Strikeforce Grand Prix Winner?

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on May 18, 2012 4:00 PM EDT

The Bloody Elbow staff discusses the different options available for the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix winner.

Strikeforce: 'Barnett vs Cormier' predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 18, 2012 1:00 PM EDT

Strikeforce is all set to conclude its heavyweight grand prix tournament tomorrow night in San Jose. Here's a quick look at how the fighters match up.

Morning Report: Strikeforce's HW Grand Prix, or How Everything Went Wrong and Still Ended Up Alright

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on May 18, 2012 8:00 AM EDT

A complete timeline of Strikeforce's heavyweight grand prix, Mark Hunt gets injured, and B.J. Penn shuts down Josh Koscheck on today's edition of the Morning Report.

Josh Barnett: Daniel Cormier's wrestling background is not enough to stay at the top

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on May 17, 2012 6:00 PM EDT

Strikeforce heavyweight Josh Barnett talks about his upcoming bout with Daniel Cormier at the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix finale and his potential future in the UFC.

Barnett vs. Cormier Predictions

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on May 17, 2012 3:00 PM EDT

MMA Fighting publishes predictions for Strikeforce: Josh Barnett vs. Daniel Cormier, which marks the finals of the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix.

Strikeforce Grand Prix Finale: Looking Back At A Fractured Tournament

by Josh Nason from Bloody Elbow on May 16, 2012 11:00 AM EDT

With the Strikeforce Grand Prix finally wrapping up this weekend, Josh Nason looks back at the rocky road the tournament has gone down to get there.

MMA Legend Fedor Emelianenko May Retire After Rizzo Bout

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on May 16, 2012 10:56 AM EDT

Fedor Emelianenko told the press yesterday that he may retire after his next fight against Pedro Rizzo on June 21 in Russia.

Video: Fedor Emelianenko Talks UFC Vs. M1, Pedro Rizzo

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Apr 29, 2012 1:00 PM EDT

Former Pride heavyweight champ Fedor Emelianenko talks about his next opponent and the difference between the UFC and M-1 Global in this MMA video interview.